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Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024 | House in Babson Park

10.0 (24 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  5 Guests  Stay&Play
Babson Park House | Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024

3 Bedroom House in Babson Park

The Howell's 1920s lakefront bungalow on Crooked Lake is an ideal family vacation spot in Babson Park, Florida. It's been lovingly restored and well-maintained for decades, with its most recent renovation in 2024. The owners have welcomed vacation renters for over 20 years, with many guests returning for 10+ consecutive years.
Spring-fed Crooked Lake is over 4,200 acres and is an "Outstanding Florida Water." Outstanding Florida Waters are rivers, lakes, and other water features designated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection as "worthy of special protection because of their natural attributes." Outstanding Florida Waters have special restrictions on any new activities that would lower water quality or otherwise degrade the body of water.
Crooked Lake is an ideal lake for many water activities. Fishing for tournament bass and speckled perch (Florida Crappie) is a year-round sport. Boating, swimming, stand-up paddle boarding, jet skiing, water skiing, and kayaking are fun family activities. Watching stunning sunsets or simply relaxing on the white sandy beach are also options. Bring your own boat and watercraft. A cement boat launch is available on the property.
In a quiet private-home neighborhood along the Scenic Ridge Highway, our Bungalow offers comfortable space for 6: Living room with satellite TV, DVD, and DVR; Dining Room; fully equipped kitchen; Sunroom overlooking the lake with dining table and seating area; 3 bedrooms, and two full baths. The primary bedroom has a King bed and an adjoining bath with shower and tub. The lake-view bedroom offers a King bed, and the third bedroom has a queen bed.
Just off the sunroom with panoramic views of the lake, there is a spacious lakefront covered porch for reading your favorite novel, cooking on the gas grill, dining, and gathering in the comfortable seating area less than 40 steps from the water’s edge.
On the beach, you will find for your enjoyment a large tiki hut, a shaded hammock under the palm trees, Adirondack chairs, and two kayaks.
For bird watchers, we often see strolling sandhill cranes, soaring bald eagles and ospreys, colorful wood ducks, anhinga, herons, black-bellied whistling ducks, Florida mallards, herons, and other wildlife.
Local restaurants within 10 miles include:
The Coop (Comfort food), The Crooked Bass Grill and Tavern, L'incontro (fine Italian), Crazy Fish Bar & Grill (casual seafood), Manny's Chop House (steak house), Cherry Pocket Steak & Seafood Shak (on Lake Pierce), and Blue Palmetto Cafe at Bok Tower Gardens (quick bites),
Things to do within a one-hour drive include:
*Bok Tower Gardens
*Lake Kissimmee State Park
*Streamsong Golf, Dining and Spa
*Ridge Audubon Center and Museum
*Lake Wales History Center
*Polk Museum of Art
*Tiger Creek Preserve
*Legoland
*Circle B Bar Reserve
*Lake Myrtle Sports Center
*Florida Skydiving Center
*Webber International University
*Warner Southern College

Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024 is located in Babson Park. Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024 provides accommodation, featuring TV, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features TV, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024 has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Babson Park has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Babson Park, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • TV
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy No events allowed
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Other Policy Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
 
Babson Park, 33827, USA

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Jan 1, 2024 08:30:34 AM
Summary: Our family stayed at the cottage while visiting family in town. The cottage was better than expected! The bedrooms were comfortable and the kitchen well equiped. It was very clean and truthfully, I was a little worried about bugs....but we didn't see a single one! Anything we forgot, we found avaliable in the cottage! The best part was sipping coffee on the back porch overlooking the lake each morning. Those sunrises and sunsets are breathtaking! I could get used to that! We will definitly be booking again!
Jamie & Tabitha M. Jamie & Tabitha M.
Aug 8, 2023 12:23:48 AM
Summary: This property is perfect for what we were looking for. We are planning on returning for certain and hopefully our adult children can join us.
Robert H. Robert H.
Aug 3, 2023 03:42:21 AM
Summary: Home was larger than I thought it would be. It is well kept and owners were extremely nice.
Barbara R. Barbara R.
May 1, 2023 12:33:54 AM
Summary: My girl friends had so much fun! They are already talking about next year.
Gail W. Gail W.
Jan 8, 2023 12:21:35 AM
Summary: Easy to book. Great communication from the renters who live right next door. They checked in and made sure everything was to.our liking, which was very kind of them. Will definitely be renting this property again in the future.
Jay G. Jay G.
Jan 4, 2023 10:24:04 PM
Summary: The Crooked Lake Bungalow is a perfect place to spend a relaxing vacation. The house is just wonderful and has everything you need for your stay. We will definitely use it again. Thank you Jolene
Gail W. Gail W.
Dec 28, 2022 08:53:44 AM
Summary: We went for Christmas and it was freezing. Our hosts made sure the house was nice and warm for us! Our stay was very nice. We even caught a couple of fish!
Kelly S. Kelly S.
Dec 27, 2022 09:21:17 PM
Summary: Once again this idyllic lakefront property exceeded our expectations! Comfortable and welcoming, fully equipped kitchen, sandy beach with kayaks, everything in perfect working order and friendly helpful hosts! We were even lucky enough to view the festive Crooked Lake holiday boat parade…loved it!! Thanks again Jolene and Marty!
Gay W. Gay W.
Nov 18, 2022 02:32:58 AM
Summary: Felt like home for the weekend, so we’ll equipped! We will be back!
Liz B. Liz B.
Jun 3, 2022 02:05:16 AM
Summary: This is the perfect house for relaxing by the lake. The house is very clean and fully stocked with everything you could need. There is a lovely large patio in the back perfect for enjoying the lake views. The best part is the tiki hut on the beach! There is a marina and many restaurants nearby. The owners are a pleasure. We will be back for sure!
Dara P. Dara P.

FAQ's

Is this Babson Park house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Babson Park house have a swimming pool?

No, this Babson Park house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Babson Park house?

Best-rates for the Babson Park house starts from $336 per night with includes TV, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, View, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Internet, Parking, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Babson Park house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Babson Park house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Babson Park house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Babson Park house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Babson Park house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Babson Park house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Babson Park house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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